Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs · 19 hours ago
Direct Care Supervisor - Intensive Treatment Residence Program
Needham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelWalker Therapeutic and Educational Programs is a leading non-profit organization providing comprehensive programming in child welfare, behavioral health, and special education. They are seeking a Day Direct Care Supervisor for their Intensive Treatment Residence Program, responsible for supervising staff and ensuring a therapeutic environment while managing daily operations and staff performance.
EducationHealth CareNon ProfitSpecial EducationTherapeutics
Responsibilities
In conjunction with the ITR Director, serve as a MAP supervisor and ensure all policy and procedures within the MAP are followed
In collaboration with the Director of ITR and MAP consultant, support the MAP system and ensure program is following state regulations. Communicate with the pharmacy and providers regarding any medication changes and proper paperwork is sent (orders, prescriptions, etc.)
In collaboration with ITR Director and ITR clinicians, increase the staff’s understanding of and ability to develop, implement, and evaluate individual behavioral support plans for kids
Work with unit leadership to increase the use of TCI philosophy and language including early intervention and de-escalation techniques in the day-to-day running of the program
In collaboration with unit leadership, identify the strengths and areas of growth for individual staff members and teams of staff. The areas to be evaluated should include individual work with children, group management techniques, understanding of child development, work with families, and teamwork
Attend MDT meetings, Treatment meetings, and school meetings to discuss youth’s progress
Work as a part of a multidisciplinary team to further the emotional, behavioral, and educational development of children in ITR
Serve as the liaison between schools and ITR for transportation, scheduling, and school events
Coordinate transportation for all off-campus trips, visits, and activities during shift
Proactively anticipate scheduling issues and work with ITR Director to ensure they are addressed
Work with Director of ITR to ensure adequate coverage on day shifts
Manage the daytime Activities schedule for ITR when on shift
Adherence to licensing standards within the unit
Responsible for overall appearance of campus (i.e. putting away outdoor toys and supplies)
Work with residential supervisory team to identify issues in need of discussion for residential meetings
Assist with communication across shifts (i.e. Residential supervisors, Ain leadership, Res-Ed leadership etc.)
Coordinate with other supervisors to meet any needs that arise
Assist Day school and CBAT with crisis intervention as needed
Participate in staff interviewing and hiring process as assigned
Assist with conducting training for staff as assigned
Supervise staff as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Previous supervisory experience working in a similar setting
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
FSA
401K with Employer Contribution
Life and Disability
Discount Programs
Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs
Generous PTO
Holiday differentials
Free CPR/First Aid training
Free parking
A beautiful scenic campus
Company
Walker Therapeutic & Educational Programs
Walker is a leading not-for-profit organization providing intensive, highly specialized therapeutic and academic services for exceptionally vulnerable yet resilient children, teens, and families facing complex mental health, emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges.
Founded in 1961
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Gene Takahashi
President & CEO
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